1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 189 kg more than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
| Model | Diablo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
